European Christmas Markets

Day 01 Depart USA for Nuremberg

Board your international flight for the journey across the Atlantic Ocean (Air travel not included in tour cost).

Day 02 Nuremberg

Arrive in Nuremberg and transfer to your hotel. You may wish to relax at the hotel or begin to explore this vibrant city with its medieval castle, Gothic churches, plethora of museums and attractions, and of course, its bustling Christmas Market. Overnight Nuremberg. (B)

Day 03 Nuremberg Christmas Market

Nuremberg hosts one of Germany's largest Christmas Markets. Situated in the Old Town, its features more than 180 festive stalls selling traditional Christmas ornaments, toys, and holiday treats. Your Christmas Market pass entitles you to entrance to the famous crib exhibition, some traditional German treats, mulled wine, and more. Overnight Nuremberg. (B)

Day 04 Train to Munich

Transfer to the train station and travel 105 miles south to Munich, the capital of Bavaria. Upon arrival, take time to explore the city's top attractions from the Frauenkirche to the city's famous castles and palaces including Nymphenburg and the Residenz. Overnight Munich. (B)

Day 05 Munich Christmas Market

Munich's main Christmas market is held in the Marienplatz complete with decorated stands selling Christmas wares and delicious German treats, a huge tree covered in lights, a large manger market depicting authentic nativity scenes, and festive live music. Send a postcard to family and friends back home from the Christmas Post Office, posting mail from the village of Christkindl! Your Christmas Market pass gives you access to the tower of the town hall for lovely views overlooking the Markets, entrance to the Munchner Stadtmuseum, tasty treats, a commemorative ornament and more. Overnight Munich. (B)

Day 06 Train to Salzburg

Travel by train across the border to Salzburg, home of the Sound of Music and its own acclaimed Christmas Markets. Take the day to explore the city's famous sights including Hellbrunn Palace, Mozart's birthplace and Mozart's residence, and the Hohensalzburg Fortress. Overnight Salzburg. (B)

Day 07 Salzburg's Christmas Markets

Salzburg is home to a number of Christmas Markets, the most famous being those located in front of the Salzburger Dom Cathedral, in the Alter Markt, and in front of Schloss Mirabell. Discover a variety of Austrian Christmas ornaments and festive holidays gifts as well as sweet and savory treats. Overnight Salzburg. (B)

Day 08 Train to Vienna

Travel to Austria's capital city today. Explore Vienna's historic city center and its many popular sights including the Ringstrasse, the Hofburg, Parliament, the Burgtheater, Belvedere Palace, and the showrooms in the impressive Schonnbrunn Palace. Overnight Vienna. (B)

Day 09 Austrian Christmas Markets

Vienna has more than 20 Christmas Markets throughout the city. Take the day to explore the variety of holiday activities, offering not only spectacular shopping options but ample opportunities to sample Viennese food and drink, while exploring the city's must-see sights. Make sure to visit Vienna's largest and busiest Christmas Market, the Rathaus Christkindlmarkt located in the town square, as well as many of the smaller or niche markets like the ones in front of Schonnbrunn Palace and Belvedere Palace. Overnight Vienna. (B)

Day 10 Vienna

Your Christmas Market vacation comes to an end today. (B)